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Jessica Summer Anson

Bella Vista,AR

Summary

Versatile Senior Manager with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand while cultivating an open culture with free exchange of information. Adept at managing teams of employees with large number of direct reports to accomplish challenging objectives. Imparts clear vision to guide cohesive, high-performing teams. Pursuing advancement within growth-oriented company.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager Aquatics & Recreation

Bella Vista POA
10.2022 - Current
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
  • Established strong relationships with members and board members, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
  • Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
  • Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease.
  • Executed appropriate staffing and budgetary plans to align with business forecasts.
  • Consistently met or exceeded annual performance targets set by senior leadership.
  • Consolidated vendors and renegotiated contracts to optimize costs.
  • Managed budgets effectively, achieving financial objectives while maintaining strict control over expenditures.
  • Identified cost improvement changes and cost savings plans to increase company savings.
  • Ordered new equipment and inventory and scheduled repairs for damaged equipment.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Encouraged teamwork, camaraderie among lifeguard staff organizing team-building events activities outside of work hours.
  • Continually updated knowledge on industry best practices related to lifeguarding techniques attending relevant conferences workshops.
  • Optimized facility usage by coordinating scheduling for swim lessons, special events, and lifeguard rotations.
  • Established strong relationships with local emergency services providers to ensure seamless cooperation during crisis situations requiring outside assistance.

Branchwood Facilities Manager

Bella Vista POA
08.2018 - 10.2022
  • Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
  • Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
  • Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
  • Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.

Head Lifeguard/Beach Attendant

Bella Vista POA
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
  • Provided customer service and responded to inquiries and complaints for optimal guest satisfaction.
  • Enhanced swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations consistently.

Educator

Parson Hills Elementary
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering supportive network for student success.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.

Assistant Girl’s Basketball & Volleyball Coach

Woodland Junior High
01.2017 - 08.2017
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to student athletes to help reach full potential.
  • Collaborated with fellow coaches to share best practices, leading to overall program improvement.
  • Established supportive environment that encouraged growth, accountability, sportsmanship among players.

Teaching Intern

Woodland Junior High
01.2017 - 08.2017
  • Completed 30+ hours of professional development.
  • Develop lesson plans for 7th and 8th grade physical education based on Arkansas’s Physical Education and Health Curriculum Framework as well as Sports, Play & Active Recreation for Kids standards.
  • Observe, plan, teach and implement key lesson plans along with making proper modifications to allow inclusion of all students.
  • Assess through formal and non-formal routes during and at completion of physical education unit.
  • Coordinated extracurricular activities that allowed students to explore new interests and develop leadership skills outside of the classroom setting.


Teaching Practicum

Holcomb Elementary School
01.2017 - 05.2017
  • Exhibited strong ability to self-motivate by creating lesson plans and asking to teach them versus observing.
  • Created technology advanced lesson plan for 3rd through 6th grade by incorporating iPads and exercise
  • Flourished in building positive student teacher relationships.
  • Readily adapted to the ever-changing day to day classroom environment.

Elementary P.E. & Fitness Instructor

Owl Creek Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Planned and implemented variety of teaching techniques for physical education.
  • Constructively team taught with peers.
  • Enhanced class participation by designing fun and engaging group exercise routines that catered to various fitness levels.
  • Adapted instruction to accommodate special needs, disabilities and physical limitations.
  • Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.

Shift Leader

McAlister’s Deli
01.2011 - 05.2017
  • Supervised 10+ employees in the back of house.
  • Trained new employees on food specifications and procedures according to company policy.
  • Created weekly back of house schedules for employees.
  • Interviewed potential new hires.

Girls Golf Instructor

Camp Waldemar
06.2015 - 08.2015
  • Shannon Harper Counselor of the Year Recipient for outstanding service to the campers and the institution.
  • Coached girls 12-18 years of age in golf with lessons ranging from basic technique to etiquette to short game and long game.
  • Designed lessons and small sided games to achieve interest in a male dominated sport.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology (K12 Physical Education & Wellness)

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR
12.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KS
12.2014

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Operations Management
  • Troubleshooting and problem resolution
  • Budget Oversight
  • Organizational Development

Certification

  • Certified Parks & Recreation Professional
  • Certified Aquatics Facility Manager
  • Certified Pool Operator
  • State of Arkansas Teaching License, 12/01/17, Physical Education, Coaching
  • AAA Volunteer Coaching Certified
  • Accredited Interscholastic Coach


Timeline

Senior Manager Aquatics & Recreation

Bella Vista POA
10.2022 - Current

Branchwood Facilities Manager

Bella Vista POA
08.2018 - 10.2022

Head Lifeguard/Beach Attendant

Bella Vista POA
05.2018 - 08.2018

Educator

Parson Hills Elementary
08.2017 - 08.2018

Assistant Girl’s Basketball & Volleyball Coach

Woodland Junior High
01.2017 - 08.2017

Teaching Intern

Woodland Junior High
01.2017 - 08.2017

Teaching Practicum

Holcomb Elementary School
01.2017 - 05.2017

Elementary P.E. & Fitness Instructor

Owl Creek Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2017

Girls Golf Instructor

Camp Waldemar
06.2015 - 08.2015

Shift Leader

McAlister’s Deli
01.2011 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology (K12 Physical Education & Wellness)

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Washburn University of Topeka
  • Certified Parks & Recreation Professional
  • Certified Aquatics Facility Manager
  • Certified Pool Operator
  • State of Arkansas Teaching License, 12/01/17, Physical Education, Coaching
  • AAA Volunteer Coaching Certified
  • Accredited Interscholastic Coach


Jessica Summer Anson